Weather Warning & Gwinnett Warming Stations

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🚨 5 AM Wednesday (1/8) Update
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for most of north Georgia, including metro Atlanta, from 7 AM Friday to 7 AM Saturday. Residents should prepare for significant snow, sleet, and freezing rain, which will make travel hazardous. Updated forecasts indicate an increasing likelihood of impactful winter weather beginning Friday morning and continuing into Saturday. Gwinnett Warming Stations will be open.

What You Need to Know About the Forecast

The latest predictions suggest the greatest chances for all snow are across north Georgia, with metro Atlanta likely experiencing snow mixed with freezing rain. Temperatures are expected to drop below 35 degrees, further exacerbating the situation.

Warming Stations Open in Gwinnett County

In response to the freezing temperatures, Gwinnett County is opening five warming stations to provide temporary, overnight relief for residents in need. These facilities will be available nightly from 6:00 PM to 7:00 AM while temperatures remain at or below 35 degrees.

Services Available at Warming Stations

Residents who visit these warming stations will have access to:

A warm place to rest
Hot meals
Overnight accommodations

If you or someone you know requires assistance, please locate the nearest warming station and make use of these vital resources.

Warming Station Locations and Transportation Information

Buford
Buford Senior Center
2755 Sawnee Avenue
Bus routes:
- 101 I-985, stop 19
- 50, stop 5047
Duluth
Shorty Howell Park Activity Building
2750 Pleasant Hill Road
Bus routes:
- 10B, stops 542 and 108
Norcross
Best Friend Park Gym
6224 Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Bus routes:
- 35, stops 407 and 906
Snellville
Centerville Senior Center
3025 Bethany Church Road
Bus routes:
- 70, stops 7010 and 7023
- Snellville microtransit available
Lawrenceville
Lawrenceville Senior Center
225 Benson Street
Bus routes:
- 40, stops 836 and 337
- Lawrenceville microtransit available

Additional Information

For more details about warming stations, visit GwinnettCounty.com/WarmingStations.

For real-time bus tracking and microtransit information, visit RideGwinnett.com.

For direct assistance, call 770.822.8850 or email [email protected].

Prepare and Stay Safe

Residents are encouraged to stock up on essential supplies and avoid unnecessary travel during the storm. Keep an eye on local forecasts and stay informed about any further updates regarding the storm or community resources.